The 9 Smallest Reptiles in the World

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Written by A-Z Animals Staff

Published: February 22, 2025

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Reptiles are a diverse group of animals with more than 10,000 different species in the world. These include animals like snakes, lizards, and turtles. With so many species of reptiles, you can find them in a variety of shapes, sizes, and colors. In this article, you will learn about 10 of the smallest reptiles in the world. Reptiles are well adapted to live in the variety of habitats the earth has to offer. Reptiles like alligators and sea turtles can weigh more than 1,000 lbs, but in this article, you will learn about 9 of the smallest reptiles in the world. Some are even small enough to sit on your fingertip!


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AZ Animals is a growing team of animals experts, researchers, farmers, conservationists, writers, editors, and -- of course -- pet owners who have come together to help you better understand the animal kingdom and how we interact.

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